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You probably don’t hear much about them on the news, but smart cameras have almost become a staple in many homes. Whether they’re keeping an eye on babies, seeing who’s at the door, or acting like an unseen security guard, these Internet-connected cameras try to give us peace of mind that our homes and loved ones are safe, even when we’re not home. Or at least that’s the case after the initial hurdle of installing them.

Outdoor smart security cameras are a bit trickier to set up because of current technology requirements. In addition to being weatherproof, these 24/7 cameras need to always have power to guard your home. The most straightforward way is, of course, using a power cable, but Roku, a brand better known for streaming set-top boxes, is joining the growing number of smart security cameras carrying their own batteries inside.

Designer: Roku

Although a direct power connection sounds simple, the considerations for an outdoor camera are actually the opposite. You might need to splice wires to route a power line outdoors and then make sure they’re protected from rain and snow. Given how many devices we have today that run on batteries without being plugged in, it’s really only reasonable to expect smart cameras to do the same.

The Roku Battery Camera and Battery Camera Plus take those well-earned rechargeable battery lessons and put them to use in this product category. These cameras are advertised to last six and 12 months, respectively, and, of course, they can be recharged as needed. That opens the doors to better installation options, especially in places where power cords would normally be unable to reach. Being weather-resistant, you don’t even have to worry about installing them somewhere they’ll always be exposed to the elements.

These are not the world’s first battery-powered security cameras, but they do come with one unique extra feature. They can be powered by a Roku Solar Panel, making sure that the cameras never go down. It also ties into households trying to move toward greener power solutions.

Both Battery Camera and Battery Camera Plus are capable of taking 1080p Full HD pictures and videos, as well as detailed images with color night vision. Of course, remote control and monitoring are made possible using Roku’s mobile and browser apps, and can even be accessed on Roku Smart TVs. Availability details are still slim at the moment, but just by cutting the power cord, these two new devices can help Roku push its smart home product line forward.

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A gridded wooden structure formed using traditional joinery makes up The Grand Ring, which Japanese studio Sou Fujimoto Architects has used to encircle the Expo 2025 Osaka in Japan.

At 61,035 square metres, it is the largest wooden architectural structure in the world, according to Guinness World Records.

The Grand Ring was designed by Sou Fujimoto Architects as Expo 2025 Osaka’s main circulation route, but also to provide spaces for visitors to take shelter from rain, wind and sun.

Its circular design, which has a circumference of two kilometres and a diameter of 700 metres, is intended to symbolise unity between the 150 participating countries.

“Expos bring all the wonder of each different country and then stay there for six months,” architect Sou Fujimoto told Dezeen.

“And this format, I thought, is very precious, especially in this crisis of the global situation.”

The Expo 2025 Osaka takes place on the artificial island of Yumeshima in Osaka Bay.

It was masterplanned by Sou Fujimoto Architects in collaboration with fellow Japanese studios Tohata Architects & Engineers and Azusa Sekkei.

The Grand Ring has a modular, dismantlable wooden structure that marries modern and traditional construction techniques, such as Nuki joints – a Japanese connection in which a horizontal beam is slotted through a vertical post, often seen in traditional temples and shrines.

Approximately 70 per cent of the timber used for the structure was sourced in Japan, including cedar and cypress, while the remaining 30 per cent is foreign Scots pine.

The circulation route, named The Ring Skywalk, is elevated 12 metres on top of the structure and accessed by escalators and lifts.

There is a lower and upper level, providing views out over Osaka and Osaka Bay, and back into the Expo site.

As with the majority of structures at the Expo 2025 Osaka, The Grand Ring was designed to be dismantled.

However, a final decision is yet to be made about whether or not it will be taken down and repurposed or preserved in part or in full.

Among the national pavilions contained within The Grand Ring are the boat-like Bahrain Pavilion by Lina Ghotmeh and the theatrical France Pavilion by Coldefy and Carlo Ratti Associati.

These featured in our roundup of 10 stand-out pavilions at Expo 2025 Osaka, which also included The Ocean Dome by Shigeru Ban, which sits just outside of The Grand Ring.

The video is by Expo 2025 Osaka and the photography is by Lizzie Crook.

Expo 2025 Osaka takes place in Osaka until 13 October 2025. For more fairs, events and talks in architecture and design visit Dezeen Events Guide.

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French-German interior designer Tatjana von Stein, who recently joined the Dezeen Awards jury, aims to create a sense of harmony driven by local heritage and craft in her work.

Von Stein, whose work spans luxury hospitality and retail projects alongside bespoke furniture collections, describes herself as an “intuitive designer.”

“I imagine worlds, create furniture and spaces, and weave stories that shape experiences, sometimes subtly, sometimes boldly,” she told Dezeen.

The designer combines contemporary and classical elements, sourcing materials from local artisans at each project location.

“My work is deeply rooted in how people feel within a space and excellence in craftsmanship,” she said. “I seem to see the world in 3D, obsessing over the finest architectural and joinery details.”

“I’m passionate about what I do, constantly learning, and evolving – not just as a designer, but in the broader sense of what design means,” she continued.

Von Stein is currently working on a large hotel in Munich, set to be revealed in early 2026, a house in Menorca and a restaurant in Mallorca, among other projects.

Read on to find Von Stein’s pick of projects that best represent her work:

Làlia Members’ Club, Mallorca, Spain

“Làlia was a deeply passionate and sustainability-driven project – one that also sparked my love affair with Mallorca, now a significant focus for our studio.

“Working on an island comes with its challenges, but it was an incredible opportunity to immerse myself in local materials and craftsmanship, reinterpreting them with a touch of indulgence in the more typical Balearic style.

“For me, hospitality spaces are all about tempo, and Làlia provided the perfect canvas – multiple floors and rooms designed to subtly guide movement and behaviour, leading guests seamlessly from one space to the next.

“The most rewarding part was collaborating with local artisans and materials, relationships we continue to nurture and build upon today.”

Read more about Làlia Members’ Club ›

60 Curzon, London, UK

“This project was an opportunity to echo the building’s art deco language – something I resonate with deeply, not just in terms of style and design principles but also in my passion for creating a sense of drama within a space.

“I’ve always loved residential design. There’s something incredibly special about shaping the way someone lives in their most personal space. It’s about more than just aesthetics; it’s about creating a feeling, a rhythm to everyday life.

“With this project, it was a privilege to bring that level of thoughtfulness and artistry to a home within such an iconic building.

“From the moment you step into the building’s entrance, you’re transported to another era – an atmosphere that sets the perfect tone for our design concept and, of course, it satisfied my ongoing desire to infuse a touch of theatrical flair into the space we designed.”

Read more about 60 Curzon ›

Locke hotel, Zurich, Switzerland

“Locke Zurich was our first hotel project and a defining moment for our studio. Zurich is a city rich in layers, and our design concept embraced exactly that.

“I love creating spaces that unfold over time, where narratives are woven into the design so that people continuously notice and feel something new with each visit. This modernist building, along with Zurich’s deep-rooted Swiss modernist influences – from the Corbusier Pavilion to other architectural icons – was our starting point.

“This juxtaposition of modernism and classical refinement was echoed throughout the space. A perfect example is our stainless steel-clad staircase, standing in contrast to the neoclassical statues, merging elegance and modernism at every turn.

“We also introduced modernist apertures and other architectural interventions between the hospitality spaces, fostering both intimacy and a sense of connection, allowing guests to feel part of a larger experience while finding moments of privacy.

“Again, how do we move people within a space is always the question I ask myself.”

Read more about Locke hotel ›

London Abode, London, UK

“Working within a new build is always a challenge, but with our Spanish creative client’s blessing, we were able to transform it into an indulgent pocket in time – richly layered with influences from different eras.

“Seventies sunken carpeted beds, modernist stainless steel apertures, art deco lamps, and chinoiserie all coexist in harmony, creating a space that feels both timeless and immersive.

“It’s a home designed for a young couple in love, a place for entertaining, moving freely, and surrendering to the romance of the space.

“Throughout, we designed bespoke furniture to maximise space, all crafted by British makers, ensuring every detail was as intentional as it was beautifully executed.”

Mise-en-Scène

“My first furniture collection is the culmination of years spent learning about materials and form from artisans and craftsmen around the world.

“It marks the moment I was able to bring my passion for furniture design and excellence in craftsmanship into something tangible – something that withstands the passage of time.

“The collection’s form and materiality are deeply inspired by my love of dance and the human form, making it a highly personal creative expression. Bringing its narrative to life through film and photography was equally inspiring and fun.”

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Dezeen Awards 2025 in partnership with Bentley

Dezeen Awards is the ultimate accolade for architects and designers across the globe. The eighth edition of the annual awards programme is in partnership with Bentley as part of a wider collaboration to inspire, support and champion design excellence and showcase innovation that creates a better and more sustainable world. This ambition complements Bentley’s architecture and design business initiatives, including the Bentley Home range of furnishings and real estate projects around the world.

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We’ve come a long way since the failures of Google Glass. Now, smart glasses are all the rage, ever since Meta managed to nail the product brief with their Ray-Bans collaboration. Up until Meta’s breakthrough, smart glasses have been solutions searching for problems – but now the tides have turned as AI and camera-enabled glasses are actually hitting mainstream. I bought the Meta Ray-Bans 2 the first chance I got because I instantly saw the value proposition – a dashcam of sorts for when I rode my e-scooter. While that problem statement may not apply to everyone, the folks at BleeqUp decided to take things a step further – by making sports-focused AI smart glasses. In short, protective glasses, a GoPro, a walkie-talkie, and open-ear earphones – all in one stellar, slick product.

BleeqUp’s new AI sports glasses seem less concerned with fancy AR features or social-media integration like other smart glasses, and more focused on bundling genuinely useful tech into a form factor cyclists already wear. It feels like a natural convergence, streamlining the gear many athletes already carry separately. The core appeal lies in its integration, aiming to be a practical tool built from understanding what cyclists might actually use out there on the road or trail.

Designer: Simon Lin

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The glasses themselves hold about an hour’s worth of continuous recording power – something even Meta’s glasses can’t hold a candle to. However, Bleequp smartly offers an optional helmet-mounted battery pack that extends the total recording time up to five hours, completely leaving the competition in the dust. This modular approach addresses the power demands of continuous filming without making the glasses themselves overly bulky – that dashcam requirement I had? The continuous recording ability of the BleeqUp basically ticks that box without compromise.

There’s AI woven into the BleeqUp too, mainly in the form of video processing by way of automatic clip processing, highlight detection, and the ability to go from one long recorded video to social-media-ready video snippets of your greatest moments. However, if you want to grab moments manually (rather than relying on the AI), a simple tap of the touchpad on the temple activates BleeqUp’s recording mode. Meanwhile, the AI can automatically detect crashes or falls and begin recording, acting like a built-in dashcam to document incidents as they happen. While it doesn’t prevent accidents, having a recorded account can be invaluable for reviewing what happened or sharing footage if needed.

BleeqUp incorporates open-ear headphones, absolutely vital for maintaining situational awareness – blocking traffic noise is a non-starter for safe cycling. Dual-driver speakers strategically placed in the temple stems guide audio directly into your ear, providing clear full-range audio that doesn’t impair your ability to hear other noises around you (traffic, horns, etc.). Use it to listen to energetic music while engaging in outdoor sports, or even integrate your BleeqUp with Strava or Google Maps to give you stats or navigation while you ride.

The headphones, aside from just being for music and navigation, also have a walkie-talkie mode that lets you chat with other nearby riders even at speeds of 30km/h. A 5-mic array helps cut noise (especially wind) while you’re riding. Audio control is handled via hands-free voice commands or a Bluetooth remote that mounts conveniently on your handlebars. Fiddling with buttons on your face mid-ride isn’t practical, so these options are essential.

Ultimately, the BleeqUp are safety glasses first. To that end, the glasses themselves feature a wind-resistant design and UV400 lenses, and are designed to wrap around the face to protect against dust and debris while riding. Meanwhile, the internal tech is rated IP54 for dust and splash resistance, so you could easily wear these in a light drizzle or work up a sweat without any worry. For wearers with prescription lenses, the folks behind BleeqUp provide a free lens clip for attaching RX lenses.

What’s so remarkable about the BleeqUp is that it isn’t being the best version of one product – it’s being the best version of three separate product categories. It’s first and foremost a pair of safety glasses, designed to be durable, protective, and stylish. Next comes the AI-empowered built-in camera that performs better than most smart glasses, while also simultaneously eliminating the need for action cameras. Thirdly, the audio setup within the eyewear gives you a holy trifecta of music, navigation, and communication with the walkie-talkie feature… all that for a $299 price tag, or $399 if you want that extra power-pack and the Bluetooth remote controller.

If you’re still wondering whether the BleeqUp are for you, here’s what I’ve learnt in the 8 months I’ve owned a pair of smart glasses. Even though these are built for sports, the very idea of being able to record your PoV is absolutely life-altering. I’ve recorded scenic videos of myself riding an e-scooter, filmed traffic violations (and accidents), captured moments in a split second when I couldn’t take out my phone, recorded festivals like Lollapalooza, and even filmed a PoV of myself holding my friend’s newborn son. These are things you really can’t put a price on – and even if you did, $299 for essentially a 4-in-1 device (glasses, camera, earphones, walkie-talkie) is pretty compelling, no??

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In January, Dragon Tiny Homes made a mark in the tiny house market by introducing the Aria, a compact and affordable towable home designed for convenience and mobility. The original Aria quickly gained attention for its smart use of space and budget-friendly appeal. Building on the strengths of its predecessor, Dragon Tiny Homes has now launched the Aria 24, an upgraded model that offers even more comfort and functionality. The Aria 24’s best improvement is its increased length, measuring 24 feet (7.3 meters), compared to the original model’s 20 feet (6 meters).

Although the difference is only four feet, this extra space boosts the interior living area, creating a much more comfortable and versatile environment, especially for two people. The Aria 24 sits on a sturdy double-axle trailer, making it easy to tow and relocate as needed. Its exterior is clad in durable engineered wood, mirroring the original Aria’s look while ensuring long-lasting protection against the elements. Inside, the home features tasteful shiplap paneling, lending a cozy and inviting atmosphere.

Designer: Dragon Tiny Homes

The tiny home can be accessed through a glass door that leads directly into the kitchen, where you’ll find a compact but functional space designed for convenience. The kitchen features a small breakfast bar suitable for two people, a two-burner induction stove, a modern sink, a fridge/freezer, and ample cabinetry for storage. There is also additional space available, offering the option to install more appliances if desired, making the kitchen both practical and adaptable.

Adjacent to the kitchen is the living room, which is more spacious than that of the original Aria model. This area comfortably accommodates a sofa and a small coffee table, creating a cozy spot for relaxation or entertaining guests. The living room benefits from generous glazing, which allows plenty of natural light to flood the space, giving it an open and airy feel. The thoughtful layout and well-lit interior make the Aria 24 welcoming and comfortable.

The bathroom in the Aria 24 is located on the opposite end of the home from the living room, maximizing privacy and efficient use of space. It is accessed via a stylish sliding barn-style door, which saves room and adds a rustic touch. Despite its compact size, the bathroom is well-equipped with a modern sink, a standard flushing toilet, and a shower, providing all the essentials for comfortable daily living.

The Aria 24 features a single bedroom, which is accessed through a staircase cleverly integrated with storage compartments, offering extra space for belongings. The bedroom itself is a loft-style area with a low ceiling, typical of many tiny houses, and it accommodates a comfortable double bed along with a small storage nook for personal items. While specific pricing for the Aria 24 has not been released, homes in the Aria series typically start at around US$50,000, making it an appealing option for affordable tiny living.

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